Unraveling the Enigma: Insights into the 1977 Wow Signal
In 1977, a powerful narrowband radio signal was received by Ohio State University's Big Ear radio telescope in the United States that lasted for 72 seconds. It appeared to come from the direction of the constellation Sagittarius and bore the expected hallmarks of extraterrestrial origin.
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The Remarkable Journey and Life Cycle of Pacific Salmon
Pacific Salmon perform an extraordinary feat in their life cycle. It involves birth, extensive travel, and returning home for reproduction and death — all relying on their impeccable sense of smell.
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How Potato Chips Evolved from a Simple Culinary Accident
The potato chip, a snack loved worldwide, was supposedly invented out of a customer's annoyance in Saratoga Springs, New York, in the year 1853.
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Understanding the Year-Long Art and Craft of Salami Making
The traditional process of making salami can take up to a year or even longer.
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The Glow of History: Discovering Vaseline and Uranium Glass
During the early 20th century, uranium was added to certain types of glassware for color effects. This resulted in radioactive glass that glows under UV light.
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Mystifying Patterns: The Story of Japan's Underwater Circles
In the sea off the coast of Japan, mysterious and perfectly geometric patterns known as underwater crop circles have been discovered.
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Quantum Physics in Leaf Photosynthesis: a Natural Phenomenon
Plants utilize quantum superposition in the process of photosynthesis.
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Intriguing and Rare Insight into the Unique Platypus
Platypuses do not have stomachs.
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The Mysterious and Perilous Attraction of Mad Honey
Mad honey, or deli bal, contains hallucinogenic grayanotoxins from rhododendron nectar. Consuming it can lead to intoxication or severe health issues. Caution is advised.
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Star-Nosed Mole: an Animal with an Extraordinary Nose
The Star-nosed Mole has 22 pink appendages ringed around its snout in star shape that are used to identify food by touch. Its nose is one of the most sensitive on Earth.
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Discover the Silent Sanctuary: The Quietest Room Ever Built
'Orfield Laboratories' in Minneapolis, Minnesota, holds the Guinness Book record for 'the quietest place on earth'.
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Aspartame: The Accidental Discovery of a Sweetener
Aspartame, a popular artificial sweetener used in many diet and sugar-free foods, was discovered accidentally by a scientist who was actually working on an anti-ulcer drug.
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Unraveling the Mysteries of the Strawflower Centipede Puzzle
A unique species of centipede was discovered by accident in strawflower artworks
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How a Surprising Mishap Led to the Creation of Safety Glass
Safety glass, widely used in car windshields today, was an accidental discovery by French chemist Édouard Bénédictus in 1903.
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The Invention and Impact of Vulcanized Rubber Technology
Vulcanized rubber, a versatile and vital material used across numerous industries today, was discovered accidentally.
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The Discovery of the Principle of Superconductivity
The principle of superconductivity was discovered accidentally by Heike Kamerlingh Onnes, a Dutch physicist, in 1911.
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Stressed Plants Emit High-Frequency Sounds, Study Reveals
Recent scientific discoveries indicate that certain plants emit ultrasonic sound frequencies (inaudible to the human ear) when under stress or in poor health.
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Crafty Octopus Constructs Custom Underwater Dwellings
There's a species of octopus named the veined octopus (Amphioctopus marginatus) that carries around coconut shells as a means of protection and shelter.
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Timepiece Endures: The Watch That Withstood Atomic Blast
A Seiko pocket watch survived the atomic bombings in Hiroshima, and it is still functional.
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Unveiling Epping Forest's Concealed Wwii Bomb Craters
In the verdant beauty of the Epping Forest in London, there are hidden World War II bomb pits which were dug as part of Britain's air defense strategy during the war.
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The True Color of Polar Bear Fur: a Surprising Revelation
Contrary to popular belief, polar bears don't have white fur. Their fur is actually transparent and appears white because it reflects light.
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Fungi That Can Break Down Plastic: Nature's Unique Solution
There are certain types of fungi that can actually consume plastic.
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Massive Brazilian Termite Mounds Can Be Seen from Space
The largest network of termite mounds on Earth, created by the termite species Syntermes dirus in Brazil, is visible from space and dates back thousands of years.
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Rainbow Eucalyptus: The Most Colorful Tree on Earth
The Rainbow Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus deglupta), also known as the Mindanao Gum, is the only species of eucalyptus tree that thrives in the northern hemisphere. This tall, evergreen tree is popular due to its unique multi-hued bark.
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